White Sox Sweep Yanks to Narrow Gap in AL Race
The White Sox crushed the Yankees 14 2 and 6 3 to sweep a four game series and close within one game of New York. Larry Dobys three homers in the first inning of each game sparked the hike as Billy Pierce won the opener. Gerry Staley earned the later save with Dixie Howell backing.
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Bruins Rally Twice To Rout Pueblo In Western League
League leaders Topeka fell behind in two games as Albuquerque staged big rallies to win 12 5 and 7 3. Pueblo dropped to third after losses to Des Moines 106 and 15 and Lincoln hammered Amarillo 20 8. Dick Stuart hit his 37th homer for Lincoln while Des Moines and Colorado Springs posted wins.
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Rams Fullback to Become Minister in Pasadena
Los Angeles Rams fullback Daniel Towler known as Deacon Dan plans a ministry shift with his first assignment at a Methodist church pulpit in Pasadena on July 8. Towler, famed for praying during pregame pep sessions, led the league in rushing in 1951 and remained a top rusher through 1954.
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Detroit May Consider New Manager Amid Tigers Slump
Detroit talks have grown about replacing manager Stanley W. Harris as the Tigers tumble from a first division position to sixth with an eight game losing streak. President Briggs criticized lack of hustle and said changes could come unless ownership stabilizes. Harris, 59, hired before 1955, has steered three pennant teams but is known for calm leadership and few clubhouse meetings.
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Charleston Tops Denver To Narrow Baseball Streak
The Charleston team beat the Denver Bears 53 in a late season game as Denver chased a maintaining streak. Key moments included Harry Byrd's seven Denver hits and strong exhibitions from Malboro, Berto, McGhee, and Tiefenawer.
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Schluter Drives In Two In 5-4 Atlantic Victory
Gene Schluter drove in the winning two runs with a centerfield single as the Atlantic Merchants defeated Nevinville 5 to 4 on Nevinville’s field. Desa Tastor and Blunk started the late rally, Don King relieved Blunk to close out the win, and Atlantic improved to 4–1 in Nodaway Valley play with a next game at Massena.
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Elis Midgets Win Two Games Run Streak To Seven
The Atlantic Elks Midgets won two games to extend their streak to seven. They edged Anita 3-2 in the Extra tournament and defeated Maine 13-9 at Sunnyside field. Other results included Walnut 13-11 over Glidden and Bridgewater 10-7 over Irwin. Future second-round pairings and schedule details follow.
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Russell leads Dons to easy win over Caracas Central Univ
Bill Hussell scored 17 points in 27 minutes as the San Francisco Dons beat Caracas Central University in an exhibition game. The point-a-minute effort helped the US Collegiate Champions post the highest score of the event.
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Van Antwerp Runner-Up In Shen Tournament Playoff
Dr. Kim Van Antwerp finished second in the Shen tournament after a playoff with Greg Wood of St. Joseph. Dean Wilson of Omaha won the meet with a five over par 110. Harry Galloway and Lester Murphy were other Atlantic golfers in the field.
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White Sox down Yankees in doubleheader slugfest
Yesterday's Stars Batting Lary Doby slammed three run homers in the first inning of each game as the Chicago White Sox crushed the New York Yankees 14-2 and 6-3 to claw within one game of the league leaders. Joe Nuxhall pitched a complete game for the Redlegs at Ebbets Field becoming the first visiting lefty to win there since Sept 16, 1954 when he beat the Dodgers 2-1 on a three hitter.
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Redlegs win first game of doubleheader 10 to 6
The Redlegs captured the opener of a two game set by defeating their opponent 10 to 6. The win sets the stage for the nightcap as the teams meet again later.
Bauer Hagge Wins LPGA Title in Detroit Port
Marlene Bauer Hagge won the LPGA championship in Detroit Port adding $1,350 to her purse as the event concluded. The win marked another major success for the golfer, who lifted the trophy amid strong field play.
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